I recently posted an article featuring Sony’s 2022 mini LED displays which can be seen here. The aforementioned article only featured two models from their 2022 lineup. The post you’re ready now covers Sony’s complete 2020 BRAVIA XR lineup.
These new displays will include the MASTER Series Z9K 8K and X95K 4K Mini LED models, the MASTER Series A95K, MASTER Series A90K, A80K, and A75K 4K OLED models, followed by the X90K 4K LED model. I will cover each model below.
But first, the following info in italics is from Sony’s website and highlights certain features for their 2022 XR TV lineup:
Powered by Cognitive Processor XR, the unique XR Backlight Master Drive precisely controls our latest generation Mini LED backlight in the Z9K and X95K series for incredible brightness. Enjoy an unprecedented dynamic range with incredibly dazzling lights and deep blacks, as well as beautifully natural mid-tones with almost no flare or halos around highlights.
The Cognitive Processor XR also powers our A95K’s new OLED (QD-OLED) panel with XR Triluminos Max, which delivers our widest color palette and reproduces naturally beautiful shades and hues. With millions of individual, self-illuminating pixels, the A95K delivers more colors than ever before for an entirely new viewing experience.
These new innovations help us deliver the best and most immersive viewing experiences, authentically delivering the creator’s true intent. When watching movies, viewers can experience our enhanced Acoustic Surface Audio+ for OLED models and Acoustic Multi-Audio for LED models, precisely matching the position of the sound with the images on the screen for a truly immersive audio/visual experience.
The lineup also includes new features that customize and enhance at-home entertainment. Together with Netflix, we’ve released Netflix Adaptive Calibrated Mode, which automatically adjusts image processing based on ambient light, so users’ favorite shows and films look like the creator intended, under any conditions.
Additionally, Sony’s new BRAVIA CORE Calibrated Mode will automatically adjust the image quality on-screen to better align with the filmmaker’s original vision. All 2022 BRAVIA XR televisions will also be designated ‘Perfect for PlayStation 5’, which includes two PS5 exclusive features – Auto HDR Tone Mapping and Auto Genre Picture Mode.
Sony 2022 Models
MASTER Series Z9K 8K Mini LED TVs – 85” and 75” panels
Z9K
Key Features:
- Cognitive Processor XR understands how humans see and hear, providing a revolutionary experience that completely immerses viewers in their favorite content.
- XR Backlight Master Drive precisely controls our latest generation Mini LED backlight for extraordinary contrast with high brightness and deep blacks.
- XR Triluminos Pro and XR Contrast Booster 20 combine to express billions of accurate colors with exceptional black contrast.
- X-Anti Reflection minimizes reflection for a distraction-free viewing experience.
- X-Wide Angle technology provides vivid real-world colors from any angle while retaining more color and brightness.
- BRAVIA CORE Calibrated Mode
- Netflix Adaptive Calibrated Mode: A new display mode that leverages Sony’s BRAVIA XR ambient light sensor to ensure that the artistic intent is preserved in all lighting conditions. Sony’s close collaboration with Netflix on this feature means viewers can enjoy Netflix content with precise colors, accurate contrast, and true motion, whether the content is enjoyed in a dark or well-lit environment.
- Acoustic Surface Audio+/Acoustic Multi-Audio: For a truly immersive audio/visual experience, these powerful features ensure that sound matches precisely with what’s on the screen.
- Acoustic Multi-Audio uses four frame tweeters at the top and either side of the TV, in addition to front-firing speakers and dual subwoofers, to elevate directional sound sources, ensuring pictures and sound are in total harmony for a more cinematic experience.
- Acoustic Center Sync optimizes sound output from the TV and soundbar for a better audio experience.
- BRAVIA CAM and Ambient Optimization Pro
- Hands-free voice
- Premium Remote
- Minimalist One Slate design with seamless edge and a single pane of tempered glass keeps viewers focused on the picture for a truly immersive big-screen viewing experience without distraction.
- Three-way stand provides three stand position options, including a narrow position for a smaller footprint, a standard position to eliminate distractions and soundbar position to elevate the TV and integrate a soundbar system.
- Google TV: Brings together more than 700,000 movies, shows, live TV and more from apps and subscriptions and organizes them seamlessly. Easily find something to watch with personalized recommendations and bookmark shows and movies to a single Watchlist to keep track of what to watch. Users can even add to their Watchlist from their phone or laptop with Google Search.
- Perfect for PlayStation 5: Pair a BRAVIA XR TV with a PlayStation 5 console to get a fantastic gaming experience. Only BRAVIA XR TVs automatically adjust and optimize the picture to the best settings for the PlayStation 5 console, whether it’s used for gaming or watching a movie. With immersive picture and sound, users will feel like they’re right in the middle of the action. And with 4K/120fps, as specified in HDMI 2.1, our TVs give smooth and clear movement for responsive gameplay.
MASTER Series A95K 4K OLED TVs – 65” and 55” panels
A95K
Key Features:
- Cognitive Processor XR understands how humans see and hear, providing a revolutionary experience that completely immerses viewers in their favorite content.
- XR OLED Contrast Pro adjusts brightness for higher peaks in glare and deeper blacks in shadow while the new XR Triluminos Max can access the widest palette of color to reproduce natural shades with every detail.
- New OLED (QD-OLED) panel boosts color brightness by up to 200% compared to conventional TVs.
- Acoustic Surface Audio+ uses special actuators to turn the screen into a multi-channel speaker so the sound matches precisely with what’s on-screen. The TV includes two large actuators and two subwoofers.
- Acoustic Center Sync optimizes sound output from the TV and soundbar for a better audio experience.
- BRAVIA CORE Calibrated Mode
- Netflix Adaptive Calibrated Mode: A new display mode that leverages Sony’s BRAVIA XR ambient light sensor to ensure that the artistic intent is preserved in all lighting conditions. Sony’s close collaboration with Netflix on this feature means viewers can enjoy Netflix content with precise colors, accurate contrast, and true motion, whether the content is enjoyed in a dark or well-lit environment.
- BRAVIA CAM and Ambient Optimization Pro
- Hands-free voice capabilities.
- Premium Remote
- Dual Style offers two different viewing formats – ‘front position’ brings the screen forward for the most immersive experience while ‘back position’ allows users to set the TV close to the wall, so it blends seamlessly with the room.
- Google TV: Brings together more than 700,000 movies, shows, live TV and more from apps and subscriptions and organizes them seamlessly. Easily find something to watch with personalized recommendations and bookmark shows and movies to a single Watchlist to keep track of what to watch. Users can even add to their Watchlist from their phone or laptop with Google Search.
- Perfect for PlayStation 5: Pair a BRAVIA XR TV with a PlayStation 5 console to get a fantastic gaming experience. Only BRAVIA XR TVs automatically adjust and optimize the picture to the best settings for the PlayStation 5 console, whether it’s used for gaming or watching a movie. With immersive picture and sound, viewers will feel like they’re right in the middle of the action. And with 4K/120fps, as specified in HDMI 2.1, our TVs give smooth and clear movement for responsive gameplay.
MASTER Series A90K 4K OLED TVs – 48” and 42” panels
A90K
Key Features:
- Cognitive Processor XR understands how humans see and hear, providing a revolutionary experience that completely immerses viewers in their favorite content.
- XR OLED Contrast Pro adjusts brightness for higher peaks in glare and deeper blacks in shadow while XR Triluminos Pro enables a wider palette to reproduce each color with the subtle differences seen in the real world.
- BRAVIA CORE Calibrated Mode
- Netflix Adaptive Calibrated Mode: A new display mode that leverages Sony’s BRAVIA XR ambient light sensor to ensure that the artistic intent is preserved in all lighting conditions. Sony’s close collaboration with Netflix on this feature means viewers can enjoy Netflix content with precise colors, accurate contrast, and true motion, whether the content is enjoyed in a dark or well-lit environment.
- Acoustic Surface Audio+ uses special actuators to turn the screen into a multi-channel speaker so the sound matches precisely with what’s on-screen. The TV includes two large actuators and two subwoofers.
- Acoustic Center Sync optimizes sound output from the TV and soundbar for a better audio experience.
- BRAVIA CAM accessory compatible and Ambient Optimization Pro
- Hands-free voice capabilities.
- Premium Remote
- Minimalist one slate design with Seamless Edge bezel embraces the screen in a single pane of glass that’s naturally elegant and keeps viewers focused on the picture without distraction.
- A flexible two-way stand provides different stand position options, including a standard position to eliminate distractions and a soundbar position to elevate the TV and integrate a soundbar system. Thanks to the adjustable stand with an aluminum center plate, users can place the TV and soundbar on a desktop so it can be used as a gaming monitor.
- Google TV: Brings together more than 700,000 movies, shows, live TV and more from apps and subscriptions and organizes them seamlessly. Easily find something to watch with personalized recommendations and bookmark shows and movies to a single Watchlist to keep track of what to watch. Users can even add to their Watchlist from their phone or laptop with Google Search.
- Perfect for PlayStation 5: Pair a BRAVIA XR TV with a PlayStation 5 console to get a fantastic gaming experience. Only BRAVIA XR TVs automatically adjust and optimize the picture to the best settings for the PlayStation 5 console, whether it’s used for gaming or watching a movie. With immersive picture and sound, viewers will feel like they’re right in the middle of the action. And with 4K/120fps, as specified in HDMI 2.1, our TVs give smooth and clear movement for responsive gameplay.
- Temperature Distribution Mapping Technology – allows for higher peak brightness
A80K 4K OLED TVs – 77”, 65 and 55” panels
A80K
Key Features:
- Cognitive Processor XR understands how humans see and hear, providing a revolutionary experience that completely immerses viewers in their favorite content.
- XR OLED Contrast Pro adjusts brightness for higher peaks in glare and deeper blacks in shadow while XR Triluminos Pro enables a wider palette to reproduce each color with the subtle differences seen in the real world.
- BRAVIA CORE Calibrated Mode
- Netflix Adaptive Calibrated Mode: A new display mode that leverages Sony’s BRAVIA XR ambient light sensor to ensure that the artistic intent is preserved in all lighting conditions. Sony’s close collaboration with Netflix on this feature means viewers can enjoy Netflix content with precise colors, accurate contrast, and true motion, whether the content is enjoyed in a dark or well-lit environment.
- Acoustic Surface Audio+ uses special actuators to turn the screen into a multi-channel speaker so the sound matches precisely with what’s on-screen. The TV includes three actuators and two subwoofers. Two of the actuators are dedicated to treble, strengthening sound localization and surround sound.
- Acoustic Center Sync optimizes sound output from the TV and soundbar for a better audio experience.
- BRAVIA CAM accessory compatible and Ambient Optimization Pro.
- Hands-free voice capabilities.
- Minimalist one slate design with Metal Flush Surface embraces the screen in a single pane of glass that’s naturally elegant and keeps viewers focused on the picture without distraction.
- Three-way stand provides three stand position options, including a narrow position for a smaller footprint, hero position to eliminate distractions and soundbar position to elevate the TV and integrate a soundbar system.
- Google TV: Brings together more than 700,000 movies, shows, live TV and more from apps and subscriptions and organizes them seamlessly. Easily find something to watch with personalized recommendations and bookmark shows and movies to a single Watchlist to keep track of what to watch. Users can even add to their Watchlist from their phone or laptop with Google Search.
- Perfect for PlayStation 5: Pair a BRAVIA XR TV with a PlayStation 5 console to get a fantastic gaming experience. Only BRAVIA XR TVs automatically adjust and optimize the picture to the best settings for the PlayStation 5 console, whether it’s used for gaming or watching a movie. With immersive picture and sound, users will feel like they’re right in the middle of the action. And with 4K/120fps, as specified in HDMI 2.1, our TVs give smooth and clear movement for responsive gameplay.
- Temperature Distribution Mapping Technology – allows for higher peak brightness
A75K 4K OLED TVs – 65″ and 55″ panels
A75K
Key Features:
- Cognitive Processor XR understands how humans see and hear, providing a revolutionary experience that completely immerses viewers in their favorite content.
- XR OLED Contrast Pro adjusts brightness for higher peaks in glare and deeper blacks in shadow while XR Triluminos Pro enables a wider palette to reproduce each color with the subtle differences seen in the real world.
- BRAVIA CORE Calibrated Mode
- Netflix Adaptive Calibrated Mode: A new display mode that leverages Sony’s BRAVIA XR ambient light sensor to ensure that the artistic intent is preserved in all lighting conditions. Sony’s close collaboration with Netflix on this feature means viewers can enjoy Netflix content with precise colors, accurate contrast, and true motion, whether the content is enjoyed in a dark or well-lit environment.
- Acoustic Surface Audio+ uses special actuators to turn the screen into a multi-channel speaker so the sound matches precisely with what’s on-screen. The TV includes three actuators and two subwoofers. Two of the actuators are dedicated to treble, strengthening sound localization and surround sound.
- Acoustic Center Sync optimizes sound output from the TV and soundbar for a better audio experience.
- BRAVIA CAM accessory compatible and Ambient Optimization Pro.
- Google TV: Brings together more than 700,000 movies, shows, live TV and more from apps and subscriptions and organizes them seamlessly. Easily find something to watch with personalized recommendations and bookmark shows and movies to a single Watchlist to keep track of what to watch. Users can even add to their Watchlist from their phone or laptop with Google Search.
- Perfect for PlayStation 5: Pair a BRAVIA XR TV with a PlayStation 5 console to get a fantastic gaming experience. Only BRAVIA XR TVs automatically adjust and optimize the picture to the best settings for the PlayStation 5 console, whether it’s used for gaming or watching a movie. With immersive picture and sound, users will feel like they’re right in the middle of the action. And with 4K/120fps, as specified in HDMI 2.1, our TVs give smooth and clear movement for responsive gameplay.
- Temperature Distribution Mapping Technology – allows for higher peak brightness
X95K 4K Mini LED TVs – 85”, 75” and 65” panels
X95K
Available May 2022
65″ ($2,799), 75″ ($3,799), 85″ ($5,499)
Check pricing at Amazon.com
- Cognitive Processor XRunderstands how humans see and hear, providing a revolutionary experience that completely immerses viewers in their favorite content.
- XR Backlight Master Driveprecisely controls our latest generation Mini LED backlight for extraordinary contrast of high brightness and deep blacks.
- XR Triluminos Pro and XR Contrast Booster 15 combine to express billions of accurate colors with exceptional black contrast.
- X-Anti Reflectionminimizes reflection for a distraction-free viewing experience.
- X-Wide Angle technology provides vivid real-world colors from any angle while retaining more color and brightness.
- BRAVIA CORE Calibrated Mode
- Netflix Adaptive Calibrated Mode: A new display mode that leverages Sony’s BRAVIA XR ambient light sensor to ensure that the artistic intent is preserved in all lighting conditions. Sony’s close collaboration with Netflix on this feature means viewers can enjoy Netflix content with precise colors, accurate contrast, and true motion, whether the content is enjoyed in a dark or well-lit environment.
- Acoustic Surface Audio+/Acoustic Multi-Audio: For a truly immersive audio/visual experience, these powerful features ensure that sound matches precisely with what’s on the screen.
- Acoustic Multi-Audio uses sound positioning tweeters to ensure high-frequency sounds come from the right place in the scene, precisely matching what’s on-screen. In addition to front-firing speakers, these sound positioning tweeters manage sound positioning in high tone areas for enhanced realism, while left and right subwoofers deliver powerful bass no matter where the TV is placed.
- Acoustic Center Sync optimizes sound output from the TV and soundbar for a better audio experience.
- BRAVIA CAM accessory compatible and Ambient Optimization Pro
- Hands-free voice
- Minimalist One Slate design with Seamless Edge and a single pane of tempered glass keeps viewers focused on the picture for a truly immersive big-screen viewing experience without distraction.
- Three-way stand provides three stand position options, including a narrow position for a smaller footprint, a standard position to eliminate distractions and soundbar position to elevate the TV and integrate a soundbar system.
- Google TV: Brings together more than 700,000 movies, shows, live TV and more from apps and subscriptions and organizes them seamlessly. Easily find something to watch with personalized recommendations and bookmark shows and movies to a single Watchlist to keep track of what to watch. Users can even add to their Watchlist from their phone or laptop with Google Search.
- Perfect for PlayStation 5: Pair a BRAVIA XR TV with a PlayStation 5 console to get a fantastic gaming experience. Only BRAVIA XR TVs automatically adjust and optimize the picture to the best settings for the PlayStation 5 console, whether it’s used for gaming or watching a movie. With immersive picture and sound, users will feel like they’re right in the middle of the action. And with 4K/120fps, as specified in HDMI 2.1, our TVs give smooth and clear movement for responsive gameplay.
X90K 4K LED TVs – 85”, 75”, 65” and 55” panels
X90K
Available May 2022
55″ ($1,399), 65″ ($1,599)
Check pricing at Amazon.com
- Cognitive Processor XR understands how humans see and hear, providing a revolutionary experience that completely immerses viewers in their favorite content.
- Combined with the precision of a Full-Array LED panel, XR Triluminos Pro and XR Contrast Booster 10 deliver supreme realism with deep blacks and intense brightness with a wider color gamut.
- BRAVIA CORE Calibrated Mode
- Netflix Adaptive Calibrated Mode: A new display mode that leverages Sony’s BRAVIA XR ambient light sensor to ensure that the artistic intent is preserved in all lighting conditions. Sony’s close collaboration with Netflix on this feature means viewers can enjoy Netflix content with precise colors, accurate contrast, and true motion, whether the content is enjoyed in a dark or well-lit environment.
- Acoustic Multi-Audio includes two sound positioning tweeters, in addition to traditionally-placed TV speakers, that enable sound to follow the action for a truly immersive experience. Independent amps are controlled separately to precisely manage sound positioning of these speakers in high tone areas, enhancing sound pressure and stability for more realism.
- Acoustic Center Sync optimizes sound output from the TV and soundbar for a better audio experience.
- BRAVIA CAM accessory compatible and Ambient Optimization Pro.
- Minimalist One Slate design with flush surface maximizes the screen and minimizes the bezel, so users stay focused on what’s important – the picture.
- Two-way stand provides different stand position options, including a standard position to eliminate distractions and a soundbar position to elevate the TV and integrate a soundbar system.
- Google TV: Brings together more than 700,000 movies, shows, live TV and more from apps and subscriptions and organizes them seamlessly. Easily find something to watch with personalized recommendations and bookmark shows and movies to a single Watchlist to keep track of what to watch. Users can even add to their Watchlist from their phone or laptop with Google Search.
- Perfect for PlayStation 5: Pair a BRAVIA XR TV with a PlayStation 5 console to get a fantastic gaming experience. Only BRAVIA XR TVs automatically adjust and optimize the picture to the best settings for the PlayStation 5 console, whether it’s used for gaming or watching a movie. With immersive picture and sound, users will feel like they’re right in the middle of the action. And with 4K/120fps, as specified in HDMI 2.1, our TVs give smooth and clear movement for responsive gameplay.
Check back regularly for pricing and availability.
Image credit Sony
Post updated on 5/1/2022
Let me know when the 95k is in the stores!
Hi Dannie,
No confirmed release date yet. I will let you know when it hits store shelves.
Regards,
Milton
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